CMIN - a CRISP-DM-based case tool for supporting data mining projects

Abstract

This paper introduces CMIN, an integrated computer aided software engineering (CASE) tool based on cross-industry standard process for data mining (CRISP-DM) 1.0 designed to support carrying out data mining projects. It is “integrated” in the sense that it supports all phases of a process. A general overview of how CMIN works is presented first, including a treatment of processes, templates and project management. CMIN´s capacity for easily and intuitively monitoring projects is highlighted, as is the manner in which CMIN allows a user to increase knowledge regarding using CRISP-DM or any other process defined in the CASE tool through the help and information presented in each step. Next, it is shown how CMIN can bind new data mining algorithms in runtime (without the need to recompile the tool) to support modelling tasks (based on a Workflow) and evaluate data mining projects. Finally, the results of two evaluations of the tool, some conclusions and suggestions for future work are presented.